subject: Interior Painting Projects All About 2011 [print this page] Interior Painting Projects All About 2011
Most homeowners know that having a freshly-painted room can add a fresh, new vibe to any-given space, all while providing a look that's all one's own. Even so, interior painting can also be something that people either love or hate to do on their own, while others who might be new things may feel intimidated by the whole process all together. Fortunately, there are some helpful tips that you can keep in mind, which may help to make things easier.
One common mistake that people tend to make, especially those who are new to the process, is not giving enough time to really plan ahead and to prep. Prepping a room is not only something that's important in order to ensure a nice, neat look, but it can also be something that's highly time consuming in the long run.
In order to prep a room properly, it's good to allow yourself at least one day ahead of the time that you actually plan to paint, since it can generally be something that takes a while, particularly with larger rooms. If possible, try to find some help if you don't have some already. This not only is good for the sake of having an extra pair of hands, but it also can provide an extra set of eyes to make sure that things are in order.
Before your actual prep day, it's good to make sure that you have all of your materials ahead of time, even taking steps to double check and to have a list. Such supplies will often include painter's tape, plastic wrap or tarp, rollers, rags, a screwdriver, a paint can opener, brushes, a hammer and, of course, your paint. You can also use drop clothes in lieu of tarp, which can sometimes be more expensive.
When you have all of your materials in order, try to get your prep area set with everything in their proper place the night before. This way you won't lose time the following day, should anything happen to be missing or if you forgot something in particular. It's also a good idea to test your paint colors in order to ensure that it's the right one you're looking for, though it's good to plan on giving it plenty of time to dry.
It's also wise to really make sure that you clear out your space as much as possible the day before as well. If you have any valuable or space-hogging items, try to clear them out of the room whenever possible. Things such as socket plates and so forth should also be covered or removed in order to ensure a proper job of painting.
While they might be able to pull it off on TV or in the movies, painting isn't always a clean process as some might have you think. Since drips are bound to happen, it's a good idea to avoid wearing clothes that you actually care about. However, you may also want to avoid excessively baggy clothing, since it could accidentally brush against freshly-painted surfaces.
Interior painting can be fun if you plan ahead and keep yourself organized. If you're looking for help, try to make the most of it with friends and family members by throw a painting party, which very well may help to ensure that things are done quickly and effectively. However, when in doubt, sometimes people find that hiring a professional service can often be the best solution overall, especially if there are time constraints that make the process more difficult to begin with.
